18-BC56D1-5

Installer’s Guide
Replacement Condensing Units
2TTB3/2TWB3

ALL phases of this installation must comply with NATIONAL, STATE AND LOCAL CODES

IMPORTANT — This Document is customer property and is to remain with this unit. Please return to service information
pack upon completion of work.

1 5 FT. ABOVE UNIT — UNRESTRICTED

NOTICE:
This outdoor unit is designed as a component replacement
option for existing HCFC 22 systems. This system is
shipped with a DRY NITROGEN charge and does not contain
HCFC 22.

These instructions do not cover all variations in systems nor

provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection B. LOCATION AND PREPARATION OF THE UNIT
with installation. All phases of this installation must comply with (INFORMATION APPLICABLE TO HEAT PUMPS ONLY)
NATIONAL, STATE AND LOCAL CODES. Should further This Heat Pump has been designed and manufactured to
information be desired or should particular problems arise withstand and operate in severe winter conditions.
which are not covered sufficiently for the purchaser’s However, there are precautionary steps which should be
purposes, the matter should be referred to your installing taken at the time of installation which will help assure
dealer or local distributor. the efficient operation of the unit. It is recommended
that these precautions be taken for units being
installed in areas where snow accumulation and
A. GENERAL prolonged below freezing temperatures occur.
1. Units should be elevated 3 to 12 inches above the pad or
! WARNING rooftop, depending on local weather. This additional height
This information is intended for use by individuals posses- will allow better drainage of snow and ice (melted during
sing adequate backgrounds of electrical and mechanical defrost cycle) prior to its refreezing. This should prevent a
experience. Any attempt to repair a central air conditioning build-up of ice around the unit which occurs when unit is
product may result in personal injury and or property not elevated. Insure that drain holes in unit base pan
damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible are not obstructed preventing draining of defrost
for the interpretation of this information, nor can it assume water.
any liability in connection with its use.
2. If possible, avoid locations that are likely to accumulate
snow drifts. If not possible, a snow drift barrier should be
installed around the unit to prevent a build-up of snow on
NOTICE: the sides of the unit and should be of sufficient distance
The manufacturer has always recommended installing from the unit to prevent restriction of airflow to and from
approved matched indoor and outdoor systems. the unit. Also allow for proper maintenance space. The
The benefits of installing approved matched systems are barrier should be constructed of materials which will
maximum efficiency, optimum performance and best blend in with the building design.
overall system reliability. 3. Avoid locating the unit where condensation and freezing
of defrost vapor may annoy the customer. For instance,
installing the unit under a bedroom, kitchen, or picture
Check for transportation damage after unit is uncrated. window may be annoying to the customer since conden-
Report promptly, to the carrier, any damage found to the unit. sate and fog will occur during the defrost cycle.
To determine the electrical power requirements of the unit, 4. Avoid locating the unit under the eaves or other overhead
refer to the nameplate of the unit. The electrical power structures as sizeable icicles may form and the unit may
available must agree with that listed on the nameplate. be damaged by these falling icicles.
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NOTE:
2 BASEPAN TAB
REMOVAL
The refrigerant charge specified on the data plate is the
system charge plus 15 feet of rated line set.

C. SERVICE VALVE OPERATION

BRASS LIQUID AND GAS LINE SERVICE VALVES
The Brass Liquid and Gas Line Service Valves are factory
shipped in the seated position to hold factory nitrogen charge.
The pressure tap service port (when depressed) opens only to
the field brazing side of the valve when the valve is in the
(INFORMATION APPLICABLE TO ALL UNITS) seated position. The liquid line valve is not a back seating
1. When removing unit from the pallet, notice the tabs on valve (see WARNING below).
the basepan. Remove tabs by cutting with a sharp tool as
shown in Figure 2. ! WARNING
2. The unit should be set on a level support pad at least as Extreme caution should be exercised when opening the
large as the unit base pan, such as a concrete slab. If this Liquid Line Service Valve. Turn valve stem counterclock-
is not the application used please refer to application wise only until the stem contacts the rolled edge. (See
bulletin SSC-APG001-EN. Figure 3) No torque is required.
3. The support pad must NOT be in direct contact with any
structure. Unit must be positioned a minimum of 12" BRASS GAS LINE BALL SERVICE VALVE
from any wall or surrounding shrubbery to insure The Brass Gas Line Ball Service Valve is shipped in the
adequate airflow. Clearance must be provided in front of closed position to hold the factory nitrogen charge. The
control box (access panels) & any other side requiring pressure tap service port (when depressed) opens only to the
service access to meet National Electrical Code. Also, field brazing side when the valve is in the closed position. The
the unit location must be far enough away from any Gas Line Ball Service Valve is full open with a 1/4 turn. See
structure to prevent excess roof run-off water from Figure 4.
pouring directly on the unit. Do not locate unit(s) close BRAZING REFRIGERANT LINES
to bedroom(s). 1. Before brazing, remove plugs from external copper stub
4. The top discharge area must be unrestricted for at least tubes. Clean internal and external surfaces of stub tubes
five (5) feet above the unit. prior to brazing.
5. When the outdoor unit is mounted on a roof, be sure the 2. Cut and fit tubing, minimizing the use of sharp
roof will support the unit’s weight. Properly selected 90° bends.
isolation is recommended to prevent sound or vibration 3. Insulate the entire gas line and its fittings.
transmission to the building structure.
4. Do NOT allow uninsulated liquid line to come in direct
6. The maximum length of refrigerant lines from outdoor to contact with bare gas line.
indoor unit should NOT exceed sixty (60) feet.
5. Precautions should be taken to avoid heat damage
7. If outdoor unit is mounted above the air handler, maxi- to the pressure tap valve core during brazing. It is
mum lift should not exceed sixty (60) feet (suction line). recommended that the pressure tap port valve
If air handler is mounted above condensing unit, maxi- core be removed and a wet rag wrapped around
mum lift should not exceed sixty (60) feet (liquid line). the valve body.
NOTE: NOTE:
Refer to “Refrigerant Piping Software” Pub. No. 32-3312-0* Use care to make sure that no moisture enters pressure tap
(the position of the * denotes the latest revision number). port, while wet rag is being used.
The outdoor unit must be properly matched to the indoor
unit. Refer to Application Bulletin # SCC-APG009-EN. NOTE:
Precautions should be taken to avoid heat damage to
basepan during brazing. It is recommended to keep the
! CAUTION flame directly off of the basepan.
If using existing refrigerant lines make certain that all joints 6. Use a Dry Nitrogen Purge and Brazing Alloy without flux
are brazed, not soldered. when brazing the field line to the copper factory connec-
tion. Flow dry nitrogen into either valve pressure tap
port, thru the tubing and out the other port while brazing.
! CAUTION 7. Braze using accepted good brazing techniques.
In scroll compressor applications, dome temperatures may LEAK CHECK
be hot. Do not touch top of compressor, may cause minor IMPORTANT:
to severe burning. Replace pressure tap port valve core before attaching hoses for
evacuation.

Final refrigerant charge adjustment is necessary. Use After the brazing operation of refrigerant lines to both the
the Subcooling Charging procedure in the outdoor unit outdoor and indoor unit is completed, the field brazed
Service Facts. connections must be checked for leaks. Pressurize through
the service valve ports, the indoor unit and field refrigerant

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3 LIQUID LINE SERVICE VALVE GAS LINE SERVICE VALVE

lines with dry nitrogen to 150 psi. Use soap bubbles or other If refrigerant lines are longer than 15 feet and/or a
leak-checking methods to see that all field joints are leak- different size than recommended, it will be necessary to
free! If not, release pressure; then repair! adjust system refrigerant charge upon completion of
SYSTEM EVACUATION installation. See page 6 or in the unit Service Facts.
1. Upon completion of leak check, evacuate the refrigerant D. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
lines and indoor coil before opening the gas and liquid
line valves.
2. Attach appropriate hoses from manifold gauge to gas
and liquid line pressure taps. ! WARNING
When installing or servicing this equipment, ALWAYS
NOTE: exercise basic safety precautions to avoid the possibility of
Unnecessary switching of hoses can be avoided and electric shock.
complete evacuation of all lines leading to sealed system
can be accomplished with manifold center hose and 1. Power wiring and grounding of equipment must comply
connecting branch hose to a cylinder of HCFC-22 and with local codes.
vacuum pump.
2. Power supply must agree with equipment nameplate.
3. The outdoor unit ships with a holding charge of dry 3. Install a separate disconnect switch at the outdoor unit.
nitrogen. The nitrogen should be removed and the entire 4. Ground the outdoor unit per local code requirements.
system must be evacuated. Remove the refrigerant
connection seal caps and open the service gas and liquid 5. Provide flexible electrical conduit whenever vibration
valves slowly to release the nitrogen from the unit. transmission may create a noise problem within the
structure.
NOTE:
A 3/16" Allen wrench is required to open liquid line service
valve. A 1/4" Open End or Adjustable wrench is required to
4 GAS LINE BALL SERVICE VALVE

open gas line valve. A 3/4" Open End wrench is required to

take off the valve stem cap. CAP 1/4 TURN ONLY
COUNTERCLOCKWISE
FOR FULL OPEN
4. Attach center hose of manifold gauges to the vacuum POSITION
pump once the nitrogen pressure has been relieved.
VALVE STEM
5. Evacuate until the micron gauge reads no higher than UNIT SIDE
OF VALVE
350 microns.
6. Close off valve to vacuum pump and observe the micron
gauge. If gauge pressure rises above 500 microns in one (1)
minute, then evacuation is incomplete or system has a leak. PRESSURE TAP PORT

GAS LINE CONNECTION

7. If vacuum gauge does not rise above 500 microns in
one (1) minute, the evacuation should be complete.
8. With vacuum pump and micron gauge blanked off,
weigh in HCFC 22 refrigerant based on the outdoor CAP

unit data plate and refrigerant line set length adjust-

ments noted on page 1 of the Service Facts. BODY

9. Close valve on HCFC-22 supply cylinder when the

appropriate refrigerant charge has been achieved. COOLING

10. Replace gas and liquid service caps. These caps MUST
BE REPLACED to prevent leaks. Replace caps by
finger tightening, then tighten an additional 1/6 turn. CORE

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6. The use of color coded low voltage wire is recommended to 3. FRC_DFT = Forced Defrost (Short TEST_COMMON to
simplify connections between the outdoor unit, the this pin for two (2) seconds to initiate a forced defrost.
thermostat and the indoor unit. Remove the short after defrost initiates.)
Table 1 — NEC Class II Control Wiring DEFROST CONTROL CHECKOUT
Normal operation requires:
24 VOLTS
a. LED on board flashing 1 time/second.
WIRE SIZE MAX. WIRE LENGTH b. 24V AC between R & B
18 AWG 150 FT c. 24V AC between Y & B with unit operating
d. Defrost initiation when FRC_DFT pin is shorted to
16 AWG 225 FT.
TEST_COMMON pin.
14 AWG 300 FT. If a defrost control problem is suspected, refer to the service
information in control box.
7. Table 1 defines maximum total length of low voltage
wiring from outdoor unit, to indoor unit, and to thermostat.
8. Mount the indoor thermostat in accordance with instruc- F. COMPRESSOR START UP
tion included with the thermostat. Wire per appropriate After all electrical wiring is complete, SET THE THERMO-
hook-up diagram (included in these instructions). STAT SYSTEM SWITCH IN THE OFF POSITION SO
COMPRESSOR WILL NOT RUN, and apply power by closing
E. DEFROST CONTROL (HEAT PUMPS ONLY) the system main disconnect switch. This will activate the
The demand defrost control measures heat pump outdoor compressor sump heat (where used). Do not change the
ambient temperature with a sensor located outside the Thermostat System Switch until power has been applied for
outdoor coil. A second sensor located on the outdoor coil is one (1) hour. Following this procedure will prevent potential
used to measure the coil temperature. The difference between compressor overload trip at the initial start-up.
the ambient and the colder coil temperature is the difference
or delta-T measurement. This delta-T measurement is
representative of the operating state and relative capacity of
the heat pump system. By measuring the change in delta-T,
! WARNING
we can determine the need for defrost. The coil sensor also Do NOT connect 24 VAC to T1 (ODS-A) terminal. ODS-A
serves to sense outdoor coil temperature for termination of thermistor WILL BE BLOWN.
the defrost cycle.
FAULT IDENTIFICATION
A fault condition is indicated by the flashing light on the
defrost control inside the heat pump control box. G. OPERATIONAL AND CHECKOUT
In normal operation, the defrost control light will flash once PROCEDURES
each second. If the light is flashing more than once per second Final phases of this installation are the unit Operational and
or not at all, refer to the service manual for that unit. Checkout Procedures which are found in this instruction. To
obtain proper performance, all units must be operated and
PIN IDENTIFICATION (See Figure 6.) charge adjustments made in accordance with procedures
1. TEST_COMMON (Shorting any of the other pins to this found in the Service Facts.
pin causes the function of the other pin to be executed.
Leaving this pin open results in the normal mode of H. ELECTRIC HEATERS
operation.) Electric heaters, if used, are to be installed in the air han-
2. TST = Test (Shorting TEST_COMMON to this pin dling device according to the instructions accompanying the
speeds up all defrost board timings.) air handler and the heaters.

I. START CONTROL
Some models have quick start components which are factory
installed. For models that do not have factory installed start
6 PIN IDENTIFICATION components, provisions are made for a field installed start kit
accessory. When adding an accessory, follow the instructions
provided with the kit.
TEST_COMMON

J. OUTDOOR THERMOSTAT
An outdoor thermostat TAYSTAT250B may be field installed.
For data, see wiring diagram attached to unit and instruction
sheet packaged with outdoor thermostat.

K. SEACOAST SALT SHIELD

If installed within one mile of salt water, including sea-
coasts and inland waterways, models without factory sup-
FRC_DFT

plied Seacoast Salt Shields require the addition of

BAYSEAC001 (Seacoast Kit) at installation time.
TST

IMPORTANT:
See Limited Warranty information in Use and Care Manual.

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L. TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART — WHAT TO CHECK

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Liquid Pressure Too High P P S P S S S
Liquid Pressure Too Low S P S S S S
Suction Pressure Too High S P P S P
Suction Pressure Too Low S S P S
Liquid Refrig. Floodback TXV System S S
I.D. Coil Frosting P P S
Compressor Runs Inadequate or No Cooling S P P S S P S

ELECTRICAL
Compressor & O.D. Fan Do Not Start P P S P P P
Compressor Will Not Start But O.D. Fan Runs P S P P P S
O.D. Fan Won’t Start P P
Compressor Hums But Won’t Start P P P P S S
Compressor Cycles on IOL P S P P P S P S P S S S S S
I.D. Blower Won’t Start P S S P P
P - Primary Causes S - Secondary Causes

TYPICAL FIELD HOOK-UP DIAGRAMS

HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS AC SYSTEMS

Indoor Outdoor Indoor Outdoor

Thermostat Thermostat
Unit Unit Unit Unit

24 VAC HOT R R R 24 VAC HOT R R

FAN G G FAN G G

24 VAC 24 VAC
Common B B/C B Common B B/C B

SOV O O
COOL/HEAT COOLING
1st STAGE Y Y Y Y
HEATING HEAT
2nd STAGE W W X2 W W
Black

Notes:
1. Be sure power supply agrees with equipment nameplate.
2. Power wiring and grounding of equipment must comply with local codes.
3. Low voltage wiring to be No. 18 AWG minimum conductor.

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SUBCOOLING CHARGING IN COOLING ABOVE 55°F OD AMBIENT
The manufacturer has always recommended installing
approved matched indoor and outdoor systems. R-22 SUBCOOLING CHARGING TABLE
All 13 SEER split systems are AHRI rated with only TXV
indoor systems. DESIGN SUBCOOLING VALUES (°F)
LIQUID
The benefits of installing approved indoor and outdoor split TEMP. 8 10 12 14
systems are maximum efficiency, optimum performance and (°F)
LIQUID LINE PRESSURE (psi)
the best overall system reliability.
The following charging methods are therefore prescribed for 45 89 93 96 100
systems with indoor TXVs. 50 98 102 105 109
1. Subcooling (in the cooling mode) is the only recommended
method of charging above 55°F ambient temperatures. 55 107 111 115 119
2. For best results - the indoor temperature should be kept 60 117 121 126 130
between 70°F to 80°F. Add system heat if needed.
65 128 132 137 141
3. At start-up, or whenever charge is removed or added, the
system must be operated for a minimum 20 minutes to 70 139 144 148 153
stabilize before accurate measurements can be made.
75 151 156 161 166
4. Measure Liquid Line Temperature and Refrigerant
Pressure at service valves. 80 163 168 174 179
5. Determine total refrigerant line length, and height (lift) 85 176 182 187 193
if indoor section is above the condenser.
90 190 196 202 208
6. Determine the Design Subcool Charging Temperature
from the unit nameplate. 95 205 211 217 223
7. Locate this value in the appropriate column of the 100 220 226 233 239
Subcooling Charging Table. Locate your liquid line
temperature in the left column of the table, and the 105 236 243 249 256
intersecting liquid line pressure under your nameplate
110 253 260 267 274
subcool value column. Add refrigerant to raise the pres-
sure to match the table, or remove refrigerant to lower 115 271 278 285 293
the pressure. Again, wait 20 minutes for the system
conditions to stabilize before adjusting charge again. 120 289 297 305 313
8. When system is correctly charged, you can refer to 125 309 317 325 333
System Pressure Curves (in Service Facts) to verify
typical performance.

SUBCOOL CHARGING TABLE CORRECTIONS FOR LINE LENGTH AND RISE

60
LINE LIFT (FEET)

50
REFRIGERANT

40
30
25 Add 5 psig to Subcool Charging Table Pressure
20
15 Use Design Subcool Value from Table
10
0 Subtract 5 psig from S.C. Table Pressure
10 20 25 30 40 60 80
TOTAL REFRIGERANT LINE LENGTH (FEET)

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OUTLINE DRAWING
NOTE: ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN MM (INCHES).

MODELS BASE FIG. A B C D E F G H J K

2TTB3018A 2 2 651 (25-5/8) 724 (28-1/2) 651 (25-5/8) 5/8 1/4 127 (5) 57 (2-1/4) 181 (7-1/8) 44 (1-3/4) 457 (18)

2TTB3024A 2 2 832 (32-3/4) 724 (28-1/2) 651 (25-5/8) 3/4 5/16 137 (5-3/8) 65 (2-5/8) 210 (8-1/4) 57 (2-1/4) 457 (18)

2TTB3030A 3 2 832 (32-3/4) 829 (32-5/8) 756 (29-3/4) 3/4 5/16 137 (5-3/8) 86 (3-3/8) 210 (8-1/4) 79 (3-1/8) 508 (20)

2TTB3036A 3 2 832 (32-3/4) 829 (32-5/8) 756 (29-3/4) 7/8 3/8 137 (5-3/8) 86 (3-3/8) 210 (8-1/4) 79 (3-1/8) 508 (20)

2TTB3042A 4 1 841 (33-1/8) 946 (37-1/4) 870 (34-1/4) 7/8 3/8 152 (6) 98 (3-7/8) 219 (8-5/8) 86 (3-3/8) 508 (20)

2TTB3048A 4 1 1045 (41-1/8) 946 (37-1/4) 870 (34-1/4) 1-1/8 3/8 152 (6) 98 (3-7/8) 219 (8-5/8) 86 (3-3/8) 508 (20)

2TTB3060A 4 1 1045 (41-1/8) 946 (37-1/4) 870 (34-1/4) 1-1/8 3/8 152 (6) 98 (3-7/8) 219 (8-5/8) 86 (3-3/8) 508 (20)

MODELS BASE FIG. A B C D E F G H J K

2TWB3018A 2 2 832 (32-3/4) 724 (28-1/2) 651 (25-5/8) 5/8 1/4 127 (5) 57 (2-1/4) 181 (7-1/8) 44 (1-3/4) 457 (18)

2TWB3024A 2 1 832 (32-3/4) 724 (28-1/2) 651 (25-5/8) 3/4 5/16 137 (5-3/8) 65 (2-5/8) 210 (8-1/4) 57 (2-1/4) 457 (18)

2TWB3030A 3 1 933 (36-3/4) 829 (32-5/8) 756 (29-3/4) 3/4 5/16 143 (5-5/8) 92 (3-5/8) 210 (8-1/4) 79 (3-1/8) 508 (20)

2TWB3036A 4 1 943 (37-1/8) 946 (37-1/4) 870 (34-1/4) 7/8 3/8 152 (6) 98 (3-7/8) 219 (8-5/8) 86 (3-3/8) 508 (20)

2TWB3042A 4 1 943 (37-1/8) 946 (37-1/4) 870 (34-1/4) 7/8 3/8 152 (6) 98 (3-7/8) 219 (8-5/8) 86 (3-3/8) 508 (20)

2TWB3048A 4 1 1045 (41-1/8) 946 (37-1/4) 870 (34-1/4) 1-1/8 3/8 152 (6) 98 (3-7/8) 219 (8-5/8) 86 (3-3/8) 508 (20)

2TWB3060A 4 1 1045 (41-1/8) 946 (37-1/4) 870 (34-1/4) 1-1/8 3/8 152 (6) 98 (3-7/8) 219 (8-5/8) 86 (3-3/8) 508 (20)

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MOUNTING HOLE LOCATION Note: All dimensions are in MM (Inches).

NOTE:
For model base size, see table on page 7.

CHECKOUT PROCEDURE
After installation has been completed, it is recommended that the entire system be checked against the following list:
1. Refrigerant Line, Leak checked .................................. [ ] 8. Supply registers and return grilles open and
2. Suction Lines and Fittings properly insulated ........... [ ] unobstructed ................................................................ [ ]

3. Have all Refrigerant Lines been secured and 9. Return air filter installed ............................................ [ ]
isolated properly? ........................................................ [ ] 10. Thermostat thermometer is accurate. Check
4. Have passages through masonry been sealed? against a reliable thermometer. Adjust per
If mortar is used, prevent mortar from coming instructions with thermostat ...................................... [ ]
into direct contact with copper tubing ........................ [ ] 11. Is correct speed tap being used?
5. Verify tightness of all electrical connects ................... [ ] (Indoor blower motor) .................................................. [ ]

6. Observe outdoor fan during on cycle for clearance 12. Operate complete system in each mode to
and smooth operation .................................................. [ ] insure safe operation. .................................................. [ ]

7. Indoor coil drain line drains freely. Pour water

into drain pan .............................................................. [ ]

6200 Troup Highway The manufacturer has a policy of continuous product and product data improvement and it reserves the right
Tyler, TX 75707 to change design and specifications without notice.

02/12